Attention: Children will be required to have their membership card so that they can scan in when they arrive at the Club.
Please also keep in mind not to send your child if they are sick/experiencing these symptoms: cough, runny nose, fever, shortness of breath.
Mask Policy
AAU Basketball
The Boys & Girls Club of the Berkshires basketball program fosters the development of peer relationships, self-esteem, leadership qualities, and physical health.
Season: March- June.
Eligibility: Boys & Girls Grades 5 - 11 . Club Membership required.
Registration is closed.
For more information, contact Cam Stockton, [email protected] or 448-8251 x26 or Jarmal Sistrunk, [email protected] or 413-822-6504
Basketball The Boys & Girls Club of the Berkshires basketball program fosters the development of peer relationships, self-esteem, leadership qualities, and physical health.Season: November - MarchEligibility: Leagues for grades K - 8. Boys & Girls. Club Membership required. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR TRAVEL For more information, contact Pat Coan, [email protected]
Bigger Faster Stronger Bigger, Faster, Stronger is a conditioning program for all athletes and non athletes regardless of sport or gender. The program improves flexibility, speed, power and agility. These benefits allow your muscles to work efficiently.
Eligibility: Grades 6 to 12. Boys & Girls Club Membership requiredRegistration for this session is closed.
For more information, contact Cam Stockton at [email protected].
Cheerleading
Learning basic motions, technique, jumps, dance and some stunting.
Season: TBD
Eligibility: Open to ages 7 and older. Boys & Girls Club Membership required.
Registration for this season is closed.
For more information, contact Kimberly Kirchner at [email protected].
Cooking
This program teaches kitchen safety and basic cooking skills, Participants will prepare dishes and enjoy what they make.
Season: Sessions are held in the Fall, Winter, and Spring TBD
Eligibility: Open to grades 3 -5. Boys & girls. Club Membership required.
Registration for this season is closed.For more information, call the Club (413) 448-8258.
Creative Writing Club
A small group program meant to introduce youth to the craft of creative writing. Through exercises, lessons, and story prompts, participants will explore the different elements of creative fictionSession: March 28th - May 4th
Eligibility: 3rd-4th grade: Tuesdays 6:00pm - 7:30pm
5th-6th grade: Wednesdays 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Registration for this session is closed. For more information please contact Keira Codey, [email protected]
DramaMatters Afterschool
Youth will be introduced to the world of drama and theater. Culminating in a final performance before families, friends, and peers. Participants will discover a new outlet for expressing themselves, basic proficiency in dramatic arts and self confidence from realizing their creative potential.
Eligibility: Grades 3rd - 8th
Registration for this session is closed.
For more information please contact Kiera Codey at [email protected] or 448-8258 x 15
BullDog's Flag Football
To give kids an option to stay fit and stay occupied. Teach the fundamentals of football to youth.
Season: August 21st - October 6th
Eligibility: Ages 5 - 9 years old
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For more information please email Al Brodeur, [email protected]
Football
To learn, understand, and perform the fundamental skills of football. Players will be taught teamwork, self-discipline, and how to attain their potential on and off the football field. Equipment is provided with the exception of cleats and athletic supporters.
Season: August - October
Eligibility: Ages 7 - 13 (or 14 years old in 8th grade). Boys & girls. 2022-2023 Club Membership required.
For more information, contact Alan Brodeur at [email protected].
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Hip Hop and Street Dance
The Boys & Girls Club of the Berkshires in partnership with Berkshire Pulse is offering a weekly class to introduce youth grades 5-12 to the world of dance and movement. The class is FREE for Club Members and promotes collaboration and creativity. Contact Keira Codey, [email protected] for more information. Season: October 12 - December 14
Eligibility: Grades 5 - 12. Boys & girls. Club Membership required.
HockeyThe mission Of the Boys and Girls club Berkshire Bruins is to provide a safe environment in which hockey players of all ages can develop. Through disciplined practice and healthy competition, we not only aim to encourage the physical development and skill acquisition necessary for the game of hockey, but also the dedication to team, motivation for improvement, and respect for others necessary for the game of life. We offer this program to all boys and girls who want to play as a way to be healthy, be proud, and create winning relationships on and off the ice.
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Season: November - March
Eligibility: Ages 5 - 14. Boys & girls. Club Membership & Berkshire Bruins registration required
For more information, contact [email protected] or visit the Berkshire Bruins Youth Hockey site.
Mini Members
A structured program for younger members to introduce them to the Club. Activities include: arts & crafts; cooking; games; swimming; building tours; mini field trips; and more.
Season: Sessions are held during the school year.
Eligibility: Grades K through 2. Boys & Girls. Club membership required.
Registration for this season is Closed
For more information, contact Cam Stockton at [email protected]
Passport to ManhoodPromotes and teaches responsibility. Concentrates on a specific aspect of manhood through highly interactive activities, the program engages young men in discussions and activities that reinforce positive behavior. Each Club participant receives his own “passport” to underscore the notion that he is on a personal journey of maturation and growth.
Session: October 16, 2023 - November 27
Day: Mondays
Time: 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Eligibility: Boys ages 10-13 years old
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For more information contact Cam Stockton at [email protected]
Power Hour
Homework help provided by staff and volunteers.
Hours: Monday - Thursday 3:00pm - 5:30pm Starting September 18, 2023 - December 15, 2023.. Excludes school holidays & vacations.
Eligibility: Co-ed. 3rd grade and older. Club membership required.
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For more information contact Cam Stockton at [email protected]
Sewing
Classes are available for intermediate level only, Grades 5 thru 7. All materials included - students may bring their own machine however, personal machines will need to be taken home after each class.
Season: Sessions are held during the school year.
Eligibility: Grades 5 - 7. Boys & girls. Club membership required.
CLICK HERE to register for the waitlist.
For more information, contact [email protected] or 413-448-8528 x 28
Skill Improvement Basketball
This Skills Improvement session is designed to target basketball fundamentals for players looking to enhance their basketball skills. Instructions on shooting, ball handling, passing, rebounding and defensive skills will be emphasized.Season: August 7th - August 10th Eligibility: Grades 3 - 12, Club Membership required
Registration for this session is closed.
SMART Girls
SMART Girls is a small-group health, fitness, prevention/education and self-esteem enhancement program designed to meet the developmental needs of girls in three age groups. Through dynamic sessions, highly participatory activities, field trips and mentoring opportunities with adult women, Club girls explore their own and societal attitudes and values as they build skills for eating right, staying physically fit, getting good health care and developing positive relationships with peer adults.
Eligibility: Grades 6th - 12th
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Must have a 2022-2023 Club Membership to participate.
For more information please contact Keira Codey, [email protected]
Swim Lessons
Swim Lessons teach basic fundamental swimming skills up to advanced level skills, fitness swimming, and swim team readiness.
Season: October 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26, 30 and November 2
Eligibility: Ages 5 & older. Boys & girls. Club membership required.CLICK HERE TO REGISTER CLICK HERE FOR LEVELS 1-3 DESCRIPTIONCLICK HERE FOR LEVELS 4-6 DESCRIPTION
For more information, contact Cam Stockton at [email protected]
Swim Team
A competitive swim team.
Season: TBD
Eligibility: Ages 6 & older. Boys & girls. Club membership required.
Registration for this season is closed.
For more information, contact Cam Stockton at [email protected]
Tee Ball Coaches Pitch
The goal of our league is to learn the fundamentals of field play and base running. This program will prepare players to advance to the player-pitch league (AAA). Teams will practice 1 time per week (one additional practice is optional) and play 1 game per week. The league is non-competitive, instruction only league. Our goals are Safety, Instruction, and Fun!
Season: April - June.
Eligibility: Boys & girls aged 5-7. Club membership required.
Registration for this season is closed.
For more information, contact Pat Coan, [email protected]